Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre Performance

Illinois Wesleyan University; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine-month appointment

Job summary

Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, IL invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Performance (Tenure Track) in the School of Theatre Arts. The start date is August 15, 2027.

The successful candidate will teach core performance courses with a focus on musical theatre and actor preparation for the field, and will contribute to directing for mainstage and workshop productions. The position emphasizes undergraduate education, student mentorship, and service within a collaborative,

Qualifications

• MFA in Musical Theatre, Acting, or related field required or strongly preferred.
• Preference for university-level teaching experience.
• Professional development and regional market connections encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Teach a six-course load per year (3/3) across performance curricula.
• Direct for mainstage and workshop productions in season context.
• Provide academic advising and recruit students within the discipline.
• Contribute to Shared Curriculum and department/service activities.

Skills

Teaching

Student mentorship

Collaboration

Education

MFA in Musical Theatre or Acting

Job description

Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, IL invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Performance (Tenure Track) in the School of Theatre Arts. The start date is August 15, 2027.

The successful candidate will teach core performance courses with a focus on musical theatre and actor preparation for the field, and will contribute to directing for mainstage and workshop productions. The position emphasizes undergraduate education, student mentorship, and service within a collaborative,